REQ-10082945
Jul 15, 2026
China

Summary

 Contribute to sourcing of BD&L and M&A deals originating in China that are aligned with global S&G priorities in oncology.
 Leverage innovation in China by identifying technologies and assets in alignment with global search priorities in oncology.
 Present oncology opportunities within the global S&E team and broader C&BD team.
 Act as the face of Novartis and the point of contact in the region for biotechs with technologies and assets of potential interests in oncology.
 Contribute to building competitive landscape reports for oncology
 Work as a lead for screening oncology asset opportunities in China and scouting for innovative technologies.

About the Role

Major Accountabilities:

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Deliver against the S&G organization’s Search & Evaluation strategies and plans/objectives.
  • Lead the execution of finding activities and alignment with strategic priority targets in oncology.
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  • Works constructively with key stakeholders, present to internal leadership teams and facilitate internal consensus on opportunities.
  • Support the formal governance process and adhere to internal BD&L review process to ensure quality and consistency of the evaluation of all C&BD activities in accordance with process guidelines.
  • Present the opportunity to appropriate deal committee and provide local support for timely negotiation and execution mandates.
  • Support branding Novartis S&E in the industry via actively participating conferences, meetings, roadshows, and other external and internal activities.
  • Reporting of technical complaints / adverse events / special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt.

Key Performance Indicators:

  • Supported and contributed to execution of Global C&BD Deals and their presentation to internal governance bodies
  • Conference coverage in regional partnering and medical congresses

Minimum Requirements:

Work Experience:

  • Master degree in a related scientific field required. Doctorate degree is preferred.
  • 5+ years of business development work experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries required
  • Highly motivated professional with strong organizational and communication skills, excellent work ethic, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated scientific knowledge of Pharmaceutical Drug Discovery, Clinical Development and Intellectual Property Processes.
  • Proficient in Chinese (Mandarin) and English
  • Accept international and domestic business travel

Skills:

  • Alliance Management.
  • Business Development.
  • Collaboration.
  • Creativity.
  • Cross-Functional Teams.
  • Curiosity.
  • Customer Experience.
  • Due Diligence.
  • Emergency Management.
  • Evaluation.
  • Law (Legal System).
  • Lifesciences.
  • Marketing Strategy.
  • Media Campaigns.
  • Merchandising.
  • Negotiation Skills.
  • Prioritization.
  • Project Management.
  • Sales.
  • Scouting.
  • Search.
  • Selling Skills.
  • Transactions.

Languages:

  • English.

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Strategy & Growth
Research
China
Shanghai (Shanghai)
BD&L & Strategic Planning
Full time
Regular
No

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